Bay Ridge Preparatory School

8101 Ridge Blvd. / 7420 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, NY, 11209-0112
Tel: (718)833-9090
Grades: K - 12 | 350 students
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The instant and continued success of the school has been based on an outstanding professional team with a flexible approach to education. Our faculty consists of a unique blend of teachers, educational and school psychologists, and professionals in their respective fields, coming together to create an environment that promotes both academic achievement and social maturity and growth. Our teaching strategies are based on the most recent advances in educational research, with a focus on teaching to the multiple intelligences. The educational sessions are rich with instruction, dialogue, group work, projects, and feedback.

School Overview:
Bay Ridge Preparatory School
School Membership(s) New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Kindergarten - 12
Learning Difference Programs Yes
Year Founded 1998
Student Body
Total Students 350 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 15% (NY School Avg.: 23%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 65 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 6:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 75%
Average Class Size 15 students
Number of AP Courses 7 courses
Classroom dress code Formal
(Dress Code Required)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Admissions Director Wendy Freeburn
Sports
Total Sports Offered 8 sports
Sports
Baseball Basketball
Flag Football Soccer
Softball Tennis
Track and Field Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 17 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
Art Band
Basketball Dance
Drama/Theatre Guitar Construction
Hockey Jazz Band
Literary Journal Martial Arts
Music/Vocal Lessons Newspaper
Photography Tennis
Track Volleyball
Yearbook

School Notes:

  • One characteristic that parents find unique about Bay Ridge Prep is our willingness to look at each child as an individual. This child-centered approach helps to bring out a child's strengths, develop their weaknesses, and help the child develop a better understanding of themselves. This requires knowledge of child development, flexibility, and hard work on the part of the teachers and administration. It requires a more in-depth level of understanding of each child, and a willingness to meet each child's needs. The result of such an approach, however, is a more motivated student who becomes interested in learning, and excited about coming to school.
  • Given the amount of time a child spends in school each day, the school environment provides a great opportunity to influence children in a positive way. At Bay Ridge Prep, teachers are specially trained to cultivate emotional intelligence and a positive self-image. Through role modeling and discussion, students learn how to treat others with respect and learn multiple strategies for dealing with conflict.
  • We also have several programs to accommodate children with different learning styles. For children with specific learning disabilities, we have the Bridge Program. Because many students may be weak in one area and advanced in others, we have a mainstreaming component that allows students to excel in areas in which they are strong and receive help in areas that require support. For children who just need extra support, we have a Support Services program that assists students with the daily course work or focuses on specific skill deficits.

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Nearby Schools:

Bay Ridge Preparatory School
Gr. K-12 | 0 mi. away
Adelphi Academy of Brooklyn
Gr. PK-12 | 0.1 mi. away
St Anselm Elementary School
Gr. K-9 | 0.2 mi. away
Visitation Academy
Gr. K-9 | 0.2 mi. away
Holy Angels Catholic Academy
Gr. K-9 | 0.6 mi. away

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School Reviews:

  • Recommended February 14,2013 - WOW. I have so much to say about this school, I dont know if I could say it in about a paragraph. Everyone is a family here, the teachers and staff go out of there way to get to know each student individually. I struggle with learning disabilities and BRP goes out of it''s way to help me in what ever I need. I''ve been going since I was in 6th grade, and I''m in 12th now. I love it, I couldnt ask for a better family and support system.*-Posted by Student/Alumni *

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